From 'Pres' to 'Shpresë': Tracing the Evolution of an Albanian Word

The Albanian Language Word "Shpresë"

The Albanian language word "shpresë" (feminine noun, plural "shpresa", definite "shpresa", definite plural "shpresat") means hope.
Etymological Debate
According to linguists, "shpresë" originates from Latin "sperans", "sperantia", derived from "spero" (“hope”). However, I propose an alternative etymology, suggesting that "shpresë" comes from the Albanian verb "pres" (wait), which may have also influenced the Latin word.
Reevaluating the Etymology of "Pres"
Linguists believe that "pres" comes from Proto-Albanian "*pratja", derived from Proto-Indo-European "*prot-" (compare Dutch "vroed" (“wise, clever”), Lithuanian "pràsti" (“to understand”)). However, this etymology contradicts the etymology of "shpresë" from Latin. It is obvious that both forms of words have the same root "pres".
The algorithm results in: "Sh+ pres(ë)". The prefix: "Sh" gives the meaning of an active waiting in motion and has nothing to do with foring languages or barrowing from Latin. To be convinced, we also might break down the verb "Pres" in order to find its origin which through the alternations: "r:rr" and: "s:th" may results coming from a primordial form "P+ reth.
Semantic Connection between "Pres" and "Shpresë"
In Albanian, "pres" means to wait or to expect. The words "pres" and "shpresë" are semantically related through their connection to expectation. Both words involve waiting impatiently for something, an event, a result, or a future outcome. Both imply a feeling of anticipation, whether it is a positive outcome (shpresë) or a more neutral or ambiguous outcome (pres).
Nuances between Hope and Expectation
Hope usually carries a more positive emotional connotation, implying a desire for a favorable outcome. Expectation, on the other hand, can be more neutral or even negative (e.g., waiting for bad news). Expectation often implies a feeling of passivity, while hope can involve an active desire for a certain outcome.

Conclusion
In conclusion, the semantic connection between "pres" and "shpresë" is rooted in their shared association with waiting, uncertainty, and expectancy. While there are nuances and differences between the two words today, their connection reflects the complex and often intertwined nature of human emotions and experiences.

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